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How to Retain, Train, and Engage your Hispanic Workforce

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Aug 10, 2010 | Talent Management

Last month I was invited to Chicago to present to the Utility Line Clearance Coalition on how to retain, train, and engage a Hispanic Workforce. The ULCC represents 90% of all line clearance tree trimmers; they focus on safety and best practices for all tree trimming...

Get Tax Credits for Hiring Employees!

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Apr 9, 2010 | HR Legislative Updates, Talent Management

The Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act of 2010 (HIRE) became law on March 18, 2010, as signed by President Obama. Unfortunately, this new law did not get a lot of press due to the Health Care Reform Passage, but is critical for employers who intend to hire....

How to Lawfully Terminate Employees

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Mar 5, 2010 | Talent Management

There are two types of terminations: voluntary and involuntary. Voluntary termination is an employee resignation for another job, personal reasons, retirement, etc. Involuntary termination is initiated by the employer to terminate the employee’s employment....

The Importance of Exit Interviews

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Feb 5, 2010 | Talent Management

Exit interviews are important to gather critical information about morale, management practices, salaries, etc. Ask questions such as: 1. Why are you leaving? 2. What did you like most and least about the job? 3. Did the job give you opportunities to make adequate use...

Termination Checklist for Employers

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Aug 6, 2009 | Human Resources, Talent Management

If you answer “no” to any of the questions below, review the termination carefully. 1. Have the violations been thoroughly documented and investigated? 2. Are there facts to support the discharge? 3. Has the employee been told discharge is the next step in...

Top 3 Reasons to Conduct Background Checks

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Aug 6, 2009 | HR Compliance, Human Resources, Talent Management

A background check confirms an applicants truthfulness on their application and can include verification of: identity, criminal and civil history, employment, education, licensing, motor vehicles report, and credit history. 1. The average jury verdict for negligent...